'Things We Lost in the Fire' - High-Def Digest Review

[Attebery]

Kenneth's review of 'Things We Lost in the Fire' has been posted. He wasn't too wild about the movie, and says this HD DVD has a remarkable video transfer, but a lackluster Dolby Digital Plus audio track. This is a rental.

Full review here:
http://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/1294/...inthefire.html

[deth crimsonx]

i thought the film was excellent. Its a powerful film, with powerful performances from all three main actors.

[ben1080p]

I like the box art.
Its a rental for me.

[DoubleJ]

I highly appreciated this film. It told a fantastic story, and to top it off, had a great cast to tell it. Excellent film.

[chowdachad]

who'm not a fan of halle barry except in sword fish, but with the way people talk about it, i may have to rent it before i buy it see what it's all about.

[krylonman]

Surpasses the theatrical print, really? Every time I see a comment like that in a review I can't help but be a little skeptical. HD is still a technical downgrade, even though it's a much nicer one than DVD. Could you maybe elaborate?

[deth crimsonx]

The box art is one of the worst i have seen from dreamworks. When i am finsihed with my death sentence hd case ill tackle this film as well.

[WesleyTech.com]

Originally Posted by Kenneth S. Brown

Personally, I enjoyed Del Toro's performance and the director's rejection of genre schlock, but I couldn't get past the feeling that I was being readily manipulated for no apparent reason.

Perhaps you were too busy analyzing the film to really fall into the story and the characters? Isn't the director supposed to manipulate the audience?

I thought this film was amazing and extremely enjoyable. 9/10 rating on the film itself from me.

[DoubleJ]

Originally Posted by krylonman

Surpasses the theatrical print, really? Every time I see a comment like that in a review I can't help but be a little skeptical. HD is still a technical downgrade, even though it's a much nicer one than DVD. Could you maybe elaborate?

Well, I think, in terms of comparable scenarios, it could be true. He wasn't watching the Blu-ray on a theater screen.

[QuasidodoJr]

I couldn't find this at any stores, and I wanted the $20.99 Best Buy price, so I ordered it from Best Buy.com. I look in the mailbox, today, excited to see a package, open it up and it's Beowulf!! Which I already have. Now I have to return this movie to a store and then re-order the movie and wait on the shipping, again.

[Clear]

I finally got around to watching this last night and it is an amazing movie. Glad i blind bought it but upset that this film didnt get more recognition. Benicio Del Toro was great in it and alle berry recovered from catwoman and perfect stranger finally

[REDBULL74]

Finally popped this underrated gem into my player last night. I really enjoyed the story and Benicio Del Toro burns up the screen with another mesmorizing performance. He's one of those rare actors that has the ability to pull you in deep into a story. PQ was top notch! If you haven't yet added this movie to your collection, what the hell you waiting for?

[Blacklac]

Is it worth a double dip on PQ alone? I already own it on SD, which looks fantastic. Is it up there with Hot Fuzz, The Prestige (Japanese), Underworld imports, The Island (UK), MI 3, I Am Legend...? I really only want to double dip if it's reference quality picture.

[REDBULL74]

Originally Posted by Blacklac

Is it worth a double dip on PQ alone? I already own it on SD, which looks fantastic. Is it up there with Hot Fuzz, The Prestige (Japanese), Underworld imports, The Island (UK), MI 3, I Am Legend...? I really only want to double dip if it's reference quality picture.

If you love the movie, then yes it's worth it. This movie isn't hi-def eye candy like a blockbuster like Transformers or Beowolf, but it really shines well on . The detail is amazing, every pore, wrinkle, facial emotion is absolutely stunning. The definition and detail of this transfer adds to the pain, depression, addiction, anguish, happiness, and all the other emotions these characters go through. Get rid of your standard dvd and upgrade already. lol